Performs basic maintenance and repair functions at all METRO Facilities. Performs general repairs to property that does not require a craft/trade license.   Assists licensed mechanics with electrical, plumbing and mechanical system repairs at METRO's facilities, amenities, and other properties.  Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.
 

Responsibilities and Specific Duties:

• Performs basic maintenance and repairs to property and equipment that does not require a craft/trade license.
• Assist Licensed Mechanics with repairs to mechanical, electrical and plumbing malfunctions with repairs.
• Maintains METRO Facility by cleaning, repairing, installing, painting, power washing, striping lots and other related maintenance work as required.
• Assess METRO Facility via visual inspections, for damage and hazardous conditions.
• Repairs, replaces installs and maintains all building structures using basic mechanic skills.
• Hand and spray paint building structures, equipment, trash barrels, drip trays, signs, sign stands, fences, striping facility parking lots etc.
• Cuts weeds, bushes, branches, fills in holes and removes hazardous objects throughout METRO service area.
• Performs outside maintenance as required, fills potholes, spreads asphalt, concrete, crushed rock etc.
• Repairs and maintains all METRO property fences.
• Moves storage cabinets, bins worktables, vises, benches etc.
• Moves furniture and/or equipment in the performance of job assignment.
• Keeps work area stocked with supplies/materials for performing job.
• Records and reports facility and equipment deficiencies to supervisor.
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Benefits of Working at Metro
– Retirement Plan and Savings Plan
– Competitive Pay
– Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
– Life Insurance
– Education Assistance (Non-Union)
– Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
– Employee Assistance Program
– Wellness Program
– Advancement Opportunities
– Free Transportation for Employees and Spouses
– Bilingual Incentive Pay for Bus Operators 
   
METRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications/ Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
   
• Minimum two (2) years of general facility maintenance repair or construction experience
   
• Valid State of Texas Drivers License. Good (verbal/written) communication skills. Able to complete/fill-out written reports, records and forms. Complete set of hand tools, in accordance with department tool list. Ability to operate any METRO support equipment. Able to maintain and/or obtain additional licensing or certifications as required. Must be customer oriented.

Additional Information:

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.